stool softener docusate sodium
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HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Drug Facts
Composition & Product
Identifiers & Packaging
Purpose
Stool softener
Description
Docusate sodium 100 mg
Medication Information
Warnings
Uses
- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
- generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Purpose
Stool softener
Directions
- Take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose, preferably in the evening, or in divided doses.
| adults and children 12 years of age and older | take 1 to 3 softgels daily |
| children 2 to under 12 years of age | take 1 softgel daily |
| children under 2 years | ask a doctor |
Other Information
- ach softgel contains: sodium 7mg
- store at 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F)
- protect from moisture
Inactive Ingredients
FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol special
Description
Docusate sodium 100 mg
Questions?
call toll-free 1-800-935-6737
Do Not Use
- if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless told to do so by a doctor
Package Labeling:
Stop Use and Ask A Doctor If
- you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition.
- you need to use a stool softener laxative for more than 1 week
If Pregnant Or Breast Feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
Keep Out of Reach of Children.
In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Active Ingredient (in Each Softgel)
Docusate sodium 100 mg
Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have
- stomach pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks
Structured Label Content
Warnings
Uses
- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
- generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Purpose
Stool softener
Directions
- Take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose, preferably in the evening, or in divided doses.
| adults and children 12 years of age and older | take 1 to 3 softgels daily |
| children 2 to under 12 years of age | take 1 softgel daily |
| children under 2 years | ask a doctor |
Other Information (Other information)
- ach softgel contains: sodium 7mg
- store at 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F)
- protect from moisture
Inactive Ingredients (Inactive ingredients)
FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol special
Questions?
call toll-free 1-800-935-6737
Do Not Use (Do not use)
- if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless told to do so by a doctor
Package Labeling:
Stop Use and Ask A Doctor If (Stop use and ask a doctor if)
- you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition.
- you need to use a stool softener laxative for more than 1 week
If Pregnant Or Breast Feeding, (If pregnant or breast-feeding,)
ask a health professional before use.
Keep Out of Reach of Children. (Keep out of reach of children.)
In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Active Ingredient (in Each Softgel) (Active ingredient (in each softgel))
Docusate sodium 100 mg
Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have (Ask a doctor before use if you have)
- stomach pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks
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Source: dailymed · Ingested: 2026-02-15T12:02:09.386904 · Updated: 2026-03-14T23:01:35.007581